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Wise EffortMusic as a Spiritual Practice with Toad the Wet Sprocket's Glen PhillipsWhat do you do when the thing you love—your art, your work, your creativity—starts feeling like a product? When the metrics of success get louder than the pulse of your own heart? In this episode, I sit down with Glen Phillips—lead singer of Toad the Wet Sprocket and a longtime Santa Barbara creative—for a conversation that meanders, deepens, and opens up space for something honest and healing. Glen shares how his music career took off at age 16, how he lost his way chasing the industry’s definition of “enough,” and how he found his way back—through c...2025-06-091h 07
Outrageous WellnessHarmony Through Hip-Hop: Musician Born I on Creativity, Spirituality, and Self-CompassionExperience a transformative journey with Ofosu Jones-Quartey, also known as Born I, as he bridges the worlds of hip-hop and spirituality. His roots as a child of Ghanaian immigrants in Washington DC and introduction to Buddhism by his mother paved the way for a unique career as a meditation teacher and author. Our conversation unpacks the essence of integrating creative expression with spiritual growth, particularly through sound baths at the Eaton Hotel, where Ofosu blends music and meditation into an inspiring harmony.Discover the liberating power of the mantra "You Are Enough" as we explore the universality...2025-02-1459 min
10% Happier with Dan HarrisResisting What You Don’t Want To Feel Just Makes It Worse. Here’s A Different Strategy. | Ofosu Jones-Quartey and Cara LaiNew episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers. --- What you resist persists. Buddhist strategies for acceptance and equanimity. Ofosu Jones-Quartey, a meditation teacher, author, and musician hailing from the Washington DC area brings over 17 years of experience in sharing mindfulness, meditation and self-compassion practices with the world. Holding a bachelor’s degree from American University and certified by the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program, Ofosu is a graduate of the Teleos Coaching Institute and is the male voice on the Ba...2024-10-1658 min
10% Happier with Dan HarrisA Candid Conversation With The Rapper Common On: Self-Worth, Fitness, Trauma, And The Evolution Of Vulnerability In Hip-HopNew episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers. --- This multi-hyphenate opens up about his four pillars of health and success Common is an Oscar, Golden Globe, Emmy, and Grammy Award–winning music artist. He is an actor and producer, and has appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films, as well as hit TV series. He is the author of One Day It’ll All Make Sense and Let Love Have the Last Word, which were both New York Times bestsellers. He was raised in C...2024-08-0754 min
10% Happier with Dan HarrisWhat It’s Like To Do A Year-Long Silent Meditation Retreat—By Yourself | Cara LaiNew episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers. --- Cara Lai has worked as an artist, wilderness guide, social worker, and therapist before becoming a full time meditation teacher. She teaches teens and adults at Spirit Rock, Insight Meditation Society, and Ten Percent Happier. To find out more about what Cara does, you can go to her website, www.caralai.org – where she’s got some online meditation classes, including one called Meditate Your Face Off. She also has a mont...2024-07-311h 17
Everlutionary: Healing and Transforming the WorldE3 - You Are Enough with Ofosu Jones-Quartey (AKA - Born I)Do you sometimes feel like you’re not living up to your full potential? How do we overcome the constant societal pressure to be more, achieve more, and have more? And, how can understanding and accepting our imperfections lead to a more fulfilling life? In this episode, Hawah Kasat sits down with Ofosu Jones-Quartey (musically known as BORN I) an artist and educator holding space at the intersection of Hip Hop and Mindfulness. A lyricist who can move seamlessly through genres, Born I’s diverse influences include Wu-Tang Clan, Andre3000 and Alice Coltrane. To date, Born I’s music h...2024-06-2551 min
10% Happier with Dan HarrisRewire How You Talk To Yourself | Ofosu Jones-QuarteyNew episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers. --- Buddhist strategies for taming that nagging voice in your head. Ofosu Jones-Quartey, a meditation teacher, author, and musician hailing from the Washington DC area brings over 17 years of experience in sharing mindfulness, meditation and self-compassion practices with the world. Holding a bachelor’s degree from American University and certified by the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program, Ofosu is a graduate of the Teleos Coaching Institute and is the male voice on th...2024-04-241h 04
Wise EffortIn This Moment, You Are Enough with Ofosu Jones-QuarteyAccording to Ofosu Jones-Quartey, everyone is deserving of their own love and compassion, because in this moment, you are enough. Inner work is the way we begin to change the world for the better. In this episode, Ofosu Jones-Quartey, Born I, explores the intersection of hip hop, mindfulness, compassion, and human vulnerability. You’ll explore:The power behind the mantra and koan “You are enough”Healing the pain that you didn’t take care ofSelf-compassion as a pathway to belongingSongs by Born I including: In This Moment, Om Madne Padne Om, Avalo and more!Give yours...2024-04-011h 04
Dr. MC's Self-Care CabaretYou Are EnoughOfosu Jones-Quartey reminds you that you are enough in this delightful episode. What an honor it was to interview Ofosu. Dr. MC and Ofosu chatted about foundational self-care, meditation, mindfulness, sound healing, and more. His tips for inviting more mindfulness into your life are perfect and powerful. Using the affirmation “you are enough” is certainly one of Dr. MC’s go-to’s. Maybe it can be yours too? Be sure to listen until the end because Ofosu leads a special guided meditation. Balance Meditation coach Ofosu has been meditating for over 20 years and has taught families, children, and adults for the […]2023-09-2745 min
The Purely PodcastHow Meditation Can Improve Every Area of Your Life and Tips to Begin with Ofosu Jones-Quartey, Balance Meditation Coach#95: Today we're chatting with Ofosu Jones-Quartey, Balance Meditation Coach. In this episode, we discuss: How Ofosu became a meditation coachHow to actually begin a meditation practice Benefits of meditationManifestation vs. mindfulness meditationsMindfulness & meditation for kids and bringing it into your familyRESOURCES:Check out the PurelyYou LibraryGrab your 21-Day FREE Trial of PurelyYouClaim your spot for The Confidence Retreat in Palm Springs HERETo shop all things PurelyPope, Alysia's favorites, eBooks, Amazon, etc., click HERETo connect with Alysia, click HERETo stay up to date with #ThePurelyPodcast, click HERETo schedule a COMPLIMENTARY 1x1 Health Coaching Consultation wi...2023-06-0849 min
Interviews and More"Interviews and More" Dr. Cam - Episode #37Welcome to our newest show at Impact Radio USA, "INTERVIEWS and MORE", the show that features past interviews from our guests on "Dr. Paul's Family Talk" radio show.
In addition to continuing to promote our guests, this show also gives our listeners another opportunity to hear the great information that our guests have provided.
As for the "More", we will cover everything from food, to cars, to Bible verses, to music, and so much "MORE"!
NEW SHOWS ARE DROPPED EACH MONDAY AT 10:00 AM ET.
On...2023-04-1759 min
Impact Radio USA"Interviews and More" Dr. Cam - Episode #37Welcome to our newest show at Impact Radio USA, "INTERVIEWS and MORE", the show that features past interviews from our guests on "Dr. Paul's Family Talk" radio show.
In addition to continuing to promote our guests, this show also gives our listeners another opportunity to hear the great information that our guests have provided.
As for the "More", we will cover everything from food, to cars, to Bible verses, to music, and so much "MORE"!
NEW SHOWS ARE DROPPED EACH MONDAY AT 10:00 AM ET.
On...2023-04-1759 min
Dr. Paul's Family Talk"Interviews and More" Dr. Cam - Episode #37Welcome to our newest show at Impact Radio USA, "INTERVIEWS and MORE", the show that features past interviews from our guests on "Dr. Paul's Family Talk" radio show.
In addition to continuing to promote our guests, this show also gives our listeners another opportunity to hear the great information that our guests have provided.
As for the "More", we will cover everything from food, to cars, to Bible verses, to music, and so much "MORE"!
NEW SHOWS ARE DROPPED EACH MONDAY AT 10:00 AM ET.
On...2023-04-1759 min
Impact Radio USADR. CAM, Adolescent Psychologist/"Teen Translator" (3-15-23)CAMERON (DR. CAM) CASWELL, the “teen translator,” and an adolescent psychologist, family success coach, and co-creator of Thriving School Community, will join us to discuss her work with "helping parents build strong, positive relationships with their teens through improved communication, connection, and understanding", as well as her newest release, "Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving Community School Solution".
FROM HER WEBSITE:
"Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, PhD, the “teen translator,” is an adolescent psychologist, family success coach, host of the podcast Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam and P...2023-03-1558 min
Dr. Paul's Family TalkDR. CAM, Adolescent Psychologist/"Teen Translator" (3-15-23)CAMERON (DR. CAM) CASWELL, the “teen translator,” and an adolescent psychologist, family success coach, and co-creator of Thriving School Community, will join us to discuss her work with "helping parents build strong, positive relationships with their teens through improved communication, connection, and understanding", as well as her newest release, "Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving Community School Solution".
FROM HER WEBSITE:
"Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, PhD, the “teen translator,” is an adolescent psychologist, family success coach, host of the podcast Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam and P...2023-03-1558 min
Awareness with AmandolinIn this moment with Ofosu Jones-Quartey Born IOn this episode I spoke with Ofosu Jones-Quartey who many know as Born I a music artist, author, podcaster, and more! We touched on his incredible music films, artistic expression, how hard it is just to be a a creature of this Earth and so much more. Keep up with Ofosu here. Keep up with Amandolin here.Support the Awareness with Amandolin Patreon for far out perks. Oh and have fun getting to know yourself on the meditation cushion.xoxoAmandolin 2023-02-1658 min
Young Adult Authors UnpluggedOfosu Jones Quartey The Book Love Your Amazing SelfLOVE YOUR AMAZING SELF – meditation teacher and hip-hop musician - OFOSU JONES-QUARTEY – offers a unique entry point to mindfulness and self-empowerment for kids ages 7 and up. The book is a unique collection of lyrical meditations that call out to be spoken, recited, or sung aloud. Jones-Quarterly also knows as the recording artist - BORN I – has been teaching mindfulness and meditation for more than 10 years and working with kids and families to bring mindfulness and positivity into practice in daily life. As the recording artist BORN I, Jones-Quartey combines his meditative philosophy with hip-hop and electronic music. He is also the ma...2023-02-0210 min
Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI161. Mindfulness and Self-Compassion: Unlocking the Power of Resilience and Positive Outlook with Ofosu Jones-QuarteyWhat if there was a way to be more aware of our thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations and to have the power to respond to them in a more thoughtful way? Now imagine treating yourself with kindness and understanding, especially during difficult times. In this episode, you’ll learn how both are possible by developing better mindfulness and self-compassion practices AND why doing so can make a big difference not only for you but for generations to come.Our guest is Ofosu Jones-Quartey, a meditation teacher, hip-hop musician, and one of the voices of...2023-01-2230 minFit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI161. Mindfulness and Self-Compassion: Unlocking the Power of Resilience and Positive Outlook with Ofosu Jones-QuarteyWhat if there was a way to be more aware of our thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations and to have the power to respond to them in a more thoughtful way? Now imagine treating yourself with kindness and understanding, especially during difficult times. In this episode, you’ll learn how both are possible by developing better mindfulness and self-compassion practices AND why doing so can make a big difference not only for you but for generations to come.Our guest is Ofosu Jones-Quartey, a meditation teacher, hip-hop musician, and one of the voices of...2023-01-2230 min
The Dolewite PodcastSelf Love For Kids with Ofosu Jones-QuarteyOfosu Jones-Quartey has been teaching mindfulness and meditation for more than a decade. He lives in the Washington, D.C. area with his wife and four children. His book, LOVE YOUR AMAZING SELF is available now2022-12-1416 min
In The Rising Podcast- A Health and Wellness PodcastHow to Love Yourself: Lessons from Ofusu Jones-Quartery's "Love Your Amazing Self"Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode.Love Your Amazing Self!Truth!In this season of gift-giving, thanksgiving and joy, it is also important to remember that we should give thanks to the one person that we tend to forget. Ourselves!Learning to appreciate what you have right now (gratitude) and appreciate yourself (self-love) are skills that many of us have to put effort in. Ofusu Jones-Quartey, a meditation teacher and hip-hop musician, write gentle poetic reminders of self-love in his new book, "...2022-12-0613 min
The Morning Brew with Andrew SchultzMWSA DEC 5 , 2022Friday was our annual Pledge Day in support of the Calgary Children's Foundation. We check in with Chair of the Board John Vos, to get an update on just how incredibly generous Calgarians were during this year's Radiothon! Could it be that certain foods may present a risk for 'addiction' in the same way alcohol and tobacco do? We'll discuss the findings of a new study with Dr. Ted Jablonski, our "on-call family physician". Suicide rates among Canadian men are 3 times higher than Canadian women. Fellas, it's time to speak-up and "Bu...2022-12-0533 min
This Needs To Be Said...Love Your Amazing Self with Ofosu Jones-QuarteyMrs. TNTBS hosts Author Ofosu Jones-Quartey as he shares from his new book: Love Your Amazing Self!
“The world has its ideas of who you are, but you don’t need them, to be the person you really are inside/ is Freedom.” These are the empowering lyrical verses of meditation teacher and hip-hop musician - Ofosu Jones-Quartey – who also goes by the recording artist name of Born I. The verses appear in the new book: LOVE YOUR AMAZING SELF- a unique collection of lyrical meditations for kids ages 7 and up that encourages mindfulness and inspires confidence.
About th...2022-11-3012 min
Interfaith-ishSoul Ladder Music: Born ILike any skilled hip hop artist, Ofosu Jones-Quartey (who performs as Born I) knows the power of remixing multiple seemingly disparate influences and ideas into something cohesive and exciting. Perhaps this sense of balance comes from his lifelong training in Buddhist meditation. A practitioner from an early age, Ofosu learned from watching his mother, an immigrant from Ghana who was thirsting for spiritual connection beyond the Christian tradition.
In this episode, Jack and Ofosu talk about the example he's setting for his own children as a mindfulness instructor, as well as the many other ways Ofosu is keeping busy, not...2022-11-2853 min
Marvel's Pull ListWolverine (1982) w/ Ofosu Jones-QuarteyThis week, Ryan and Jasmine bring you all the latest in new books hitting shelves this week (02:07) including our picks this week CAPTAIN AMERICA: SENTINEL OF LIBERTY #4, NEW MUTANTS #29, SHE-HULK #6.Plus, we hand out the “I Choose Cold Grapes in a Hot Mouth” Award (14:05) — our weekly award named after a phrase pulled directly from an issue in this week’s pull list! Think you know which issue this name came from? Let us know by sending us an email at PullList@marvel.com or by tweeting at us using #MarvelsPullList! Just make sure to mark it “Okay to read”!...2022-09-061h 01
Inspirational Leadership for People Managers, Executives & HR LeadersHow Mindfulness Can Change Your Life with Ofosu Jones-QuarteyFor this week’s Inspirational Leadership Podcast I spoke with Ofosu Jones-Quartey, who's a meditation coach and musician from the Washington DC area. He has been teaching mindfulness and meditation to young people and adults since 2004. He is currently the male voice on the Balance meditation app and he teaches meditation and mindfulness classes and retreats around the country. Ofosu has taught and led retreats at the Insight Meditation Community of Washington, The Insight Meditation Society, Spirit Rock, Brooklyn Zen Center, Cleveland Insight and more.
Ofosu is also an accomplished hip hop and electronic musician, he recently rele...2021-10-1844 min
Parenting Teens with Dr. CamMindfulness with Ofosu Jones-QuarteyIn this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Ofosu Jones-Quartey, a meditation teacher and musician from Washington DC. In this episode, Ofosu and Dr. Cam talk about:
🛌🏾The benefits of making your bed in the morning (it really is powerful!)
🤫 Quieting our inner critic and creating our inner cheerleader
🧘🏼♀ Modeling a positive mindset for our teens
Bio
Ofosu Jones-Quartey is a meditation teacher and musician from the Washington DC area. He has been teaching mindfulness meditation since 2008, working with such organizations as Minds, Incorporated, the Insight Meditation Community of Washingto...2020-11-2823 min
Ryan Railsback PodcastEp 6: Mindful Creativity with Ofosu Jones-Quartey (Born I)Ofosu Jones-Quartey is an artist, musician, and author who embodies compassion and wisdom, and he practices mindfulness techniques consistently to maintain balance in all facets of life. Under the hip hop alias, Born I, he blends genres by working with electronic and dance producers, but he also makes straight hip hop. His perspective around himself + the world is deep, which carries over to his lifestyle and creativity where his inspiring attitude and pure intentions are felt in the music.
Ofosu just published a children's book that teaches mindfulness habits, and he also teaches mindfulness di...2020-09-301h 09
Will Work 4 PodcastOfosu Jones-Quartey: Why it's important to create a personal practiceD & B sit down with Bork I, aka Ofosu Jones-Quartey, to speak about how he create a life filled with his passions: music, spirituality, and mindfulness. They discuss the importance of a personal practice as the foundation for a life filled and fulfilled.
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Uncharted PerformanceThe Most Powerful Practice To Improve Overall Performance with Ofosu Born Jones-Quartey of Born I MusicWe are constantly on the go, bombarded by information left and right. Stressors attack us from every angle. How can we cope? Most often, we don't. We allow the friction of externalities to dictate our behavior, relationships, and performance. The one thing that allows us to properly engage and respond is rarely actively engaged and trained to manage the numerous and various internal and external forces pulling at us. Yes, the practice of mindfulness and meditation is a skill. Ofosu Born Jones-Quartey of Born I Music, takes us on a profound journey in Episode 13 as we challenge ourselves to be...2016-06-191h 13